Audit & Group Financial Reporting Manager
Location: Manchester
The Opportunity
Our client is a growing, acquisitive professional services group with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. Following continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a Group Financial Reporting & Audit Manager to support the delivery of accurate, timely and IFRS-compliant consolidated reporting across the business.This is a key role within Group Finance, taking ownership of the consolidation process, supporting statutory reporting, managing external audit requirements and providing technical accounting expertise across a complex multi-entity environment.
Key Responsibilities
Group Reporting & Consolidation
- Lead the Group consolidation process under IFRS.
- Prepare consolidated financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and reserves reporting.
- Manage intercompany eliminations, consolidation journals, FX adjustments and group reconciliations.
- Support the transition to monthly Group reporting.
- Assist with Board and management reporting requirements.
Statutory Reporting & Audit
- Coordinate year-end reporting across the Group.
- Support preparation of consolidated statutory accounts.
- Act as a key contact for external auditors and manage audit queries.
- Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
Technical Accounting
- Provide guidance on complex accounting matters, including acquisitions, disposals, restructures, impairments and IFRS compliance.
- Prepare technical accounting papers and support implementation of new accounting standards.
- Ensure reporting remains compliant with IFRS and relevant statutory requirements.
Acquisitions & Business Change
- Lead acquisition accounting and purchase price allocation exercises.
- Support disposal accounting and group restructuring activities.
- Assist with post-acquisition integration from a financial reporting perspective.
Process Improvement
- Enhance reporting, consolidation and control processes.
- Support finance transformation, automation and systems improvements.
- Promote best practice and continuous improvement across Group Finance.
Candidate Profile
- ACA, ACCA, CA or CIMA qualified.
- Strong IFRS and technical accounting knowledge.
- Experience producing consolidated accounts within a multi-entity group environment.
- Proven background supporting or leading Group audits.
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to build relationships across finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Desirable Experience
- Acquisitive or private equity-backed businesses.
- Professional services environment.
- Complex multi-entity or multi-jurisdictional groups.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional days leave
- Christmas closure
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible benefits including cash plan, dental cover, eye care and Cycle to Work scheme
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Audit and Group Financial Reporting Manager employer: LHH Recruitment Solutions
LHH is an exceptional employer located in Exeter, offering a supportive and friendly team environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and a culture that values collaboration and mentorship, this firm is ideal for those looking to advance their accounting careers while making a meaningful impact on their clients' businesses.
